Duchess Of Portsmouth Collection

Charles Lennox, Duke of Richmond, son of Charles II and the Duchess of Portsmouth, Obit 1723'
Charles Lennox (Lenos), Duke of Richmond, natural son of Charles II by the Duchess of Portsmouth; Obit 1723'. From From "Portraits of characters illustrious in British History from

Portrait of Louise de Kerouaille, Louise de Querouaille, Duchess of Portsmouth, French mistress to King Charles II
6340254 Portrait of Louise de Kerouaille, Louise de Querouaille, Duchess of Portsmouth, French mistress to King Charles II, 1649-1734 by Wagstaff

Charles II. and the Duchess of Portsmouth (engraving)
654497 Charles II. and the Duchess of Portsmouth (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles II. and the Duchess of Portsmouth)

Costumes of royalty and the nobility, late 17th and early 18th Century (coloured engraving)
3640643 Costumes of royalty and the nobility, late 17th and early 18th Century (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Satirical medal bearing the portrait of Louise Renee de Querouaille
2959931 Satirical medal bearing the portrait of Louise Renee de Querouaille, Duchess of Portsmouth, 1673 (silver) by English School

The Duchess of Portsmouth (engraving)
1036548 The Duchess of Portsmouth (engraving) by Lely, Peter (1618-80) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Duchess of Portsmouth)

Costumes from 1694-5 (engraving)
957972 Costumes from 1694-5 (engraving) by Jacquemin, Raphael (1821-81); Private Collection; (add.info.: Costumes from 1694-5)

Costumes of royalty and the nobility, late 17th and early 18th Century (engraving)
968747 Costumes of royalty and the nobility, late 17th and early 18th Century (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Costumes of royalty and the nobility)

Louise de Querouaille, Duchess of Portsmouth (engraving)
961498 Louise de Querouaille, Duchess of Portsmouth (engraving) by Lely, Peter (1618-80) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Louise de Querouaille, Duchess of Portsmouth (1649-1734)

"Old Mob"Robs the Duchess of Portsmouth (engraving)
3628801 " Old Mob" Robs the Duchess of Portsmouth (engraving) by Hardy, Paul (1862-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Old Mob" Robs the Duchess of Portsmouth)

Satirical medal bearing the portrait of Louise Renee de Querouaille
2959932 Satirical medal bearing the portrait of Louise Renee de Querouaille, Duchess of Portsmouth, 1673 (silver) by English School

Louise Renee De Penancoet De Keroualle
Louise Renee de Penancoet de Keroualle, Duchess of Portsmouth, 1649 - 1734. Mistress of Charles II of England. From The Connoisseur Illustrated, Sept-Dec 1916

Louise de Keroualle, Duchess of Portsmouth, 1649 - 1734. French born mistress of King Charles II of England

Louise Renee de Penancoet de Kerouaille, Duchess of Portsmouth, 1649 - 1734. French born mistress of King Charles II of England

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"Captivating and Controversial: The Duchess of Portsmouth, Louise de Kerouaille" Step into the intriguing world of Louise de Kerouaille, also known as the Duchess of Portsmouth. Born in France in 1649, she would become one of King Charles II's most influential mistresses during a tumultuous era. In her portrait, Louise de Querouaille exudes an air of confidence and allure. Her captivating gaze hints at the power she held over the king's heart. As a Frenchwoman in England, she brought with her a touch of continental elegance that fascinated both courtiers and commoners alike. Charles II and the Duchess are immortalized together in an engraving that showcases their complex relationship. Despite being married to Catherine of Braganza, Charles found solace and passion with this enigmatic woman by his side. The costumes from late 17th century engravings depict the opulence associated with royalty and nobility during that time. It was within these lavish garments that Louise made her mark on English society, leaving no doubt about her status as a mistress to the king. However, not everyone approved of their liaison. Satirical medals bearing Louise's portrait reveal how public opinion could be swayed against her. Even "Old Mob" took part in robbing her reputation through caricatures meant to mock her influence over Charles II. Yet despite all controversies surrounding their relationship, history remembers Louise as more than just a mistress; she was also a shrewd diplomat who used her position to secure political alliances between England and France. Louise de Kerouaille lived until 1734 but left an indelible mark on British history as King Charles II's beloved consort for many years. Her story is one filled with intrigue, scandal, power struggles - making it impossible to forget this fascinating figure from the past.